# Maggie Keats > Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Maggie Keats represents buyers and sellers across Long Island's North Shore, with a concentration in Port Washington, Sands Point, Manhasset and nearby luxury communities. North Shore Long Island specialist, Port Washington and Sands Point focus, luxury and waterfront homes, buyer and seller representation, investor support, strategic pricing, strong negotiation, relocators, families, downsizers ## Neighborhood Guides - [Roslyn Neighborhood Guide | Explore Homes & Lifestyle](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/roslyn): Roslyn, NY neighborhood guide highlighting historic landmarks, dining, parks, and featured homes for sale. - [Sands Point, NY Neighborhood Guide | Explore Homes](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/sands-point-new): Directory page for Sands Point, NY homes for sale, with featured listings and a neighborhood overview. - [Manhasset, NY Neighborhood Guide | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/manhasset-new): Manhasset neighborhood guide highlighting luxury homes, schools, commuting, lifestyle, and current featured listings on Long Island's North Shore. - [Kings Point, NY Neighborhood Guide | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/kings-point): Kings Point, NY is presented as an exclusive waterfront neighborhood with luxury estates, private clubs, and Manhattan access. - [The Brookvilles | Neighborhood Guide | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/the-brookvilles): Neighborhood guide to The Brookvilles covering Brookville, Old Brookville, and Upper Brookville, with fast facts, schools, and featured listings. - [Cold Spring Harbor, NY Neighborhood Guide | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/cold-spring-harbor-1): Cold Spring Harbor neighborhood page pairs a scenic village profile with market stats, school facts, and featured North Shore listings. - [Roslyn & East Hills | Neighborhood Guide](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/roslyn-and-east-hills): Neighborhood guide to Roslyn and East Hills featuring village amenities, East Hills park facilities, and local real estate snapshots. - [Sea Cliff, NY Neighborhood Guide | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/sea-cliff-1): Sea Cliff, NY neighborhood guide highlighting waterfront homes, Victorian architecture, walkability, schools, and village amenities. - [Oyster Bay & Oyster Bay Cove Neighborhood Guide | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/oyster-bay-and-oyster-bay-cove): North Shore neighborhood guide to Oyster Bay and Oyster Bay Cove, pairing local history, waterfront living, and featured luxury homes. - [Cold Spring Harbor | Neighborhood Guide](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/cold-spring-harbor): Neighborhood guide to Cold Spring Harbor, NY, with coastal lifestyle notes, museum and park highlights, and luxury listings. - [Port Washington Homes for Sale & Area Guide | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/port-washington-new): Port Washington community guide highlighting waterfront living, schools, commuting access, neighborhood character, and homes for sale. - [Oyster Bay Homes for Sale | Luxury Long Island Living](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/oyster-bay): A neighborhood guide to Oyster Bay, NY, pairing local housing listings with history, waterfront amenities, dining, and shopping. - [Sea Cliff Homes for Sale - Sea Cliff NY Real Estate Guide](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/sea-cliff): Guide to Sea Cliff, NY, emphasizing its eclectic village feel, walkability, waterfront recreation, and featured homes. - [Mill Neck, NY Neighborhood Guide | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/mill-neck): Neighborhood profile for Mill Neck, a small North Shore village on Long Island with coastal estates and featured luxury listings. - [Plandome, NY Neighborhood Guide | Explore the Area](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/plandome): Plandome, NY neighborhood page highlighting luxury homes, green space, clubs, and nearby Manhasset amenities. - [Old Westbury, NY Neighborhood Guide | Explore the Area](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/old-westbury): Old Westbury, NY neighborhood page featuring luxury listings, local highlights, and Census demographics. - [Bayville, NY Neighborhood Guide | Explore Coastal Living](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/bayville): Neighborhood guide for Bayville, NY, highlighting waterfront living, local amenities, schools, transportation, and featured homes. - [The Brookvilles, NY Neighborhood Guide | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods/the-brookvilles-1): Neighborhood guide to The Brookvilles, NY, covering Brookville, Old Brookville, and Upper Brookville real estate and local characteristics. ## Buyer Guides - [North Shore Buyers Guide | Port Washington and Sands Point](https://maggiekeats.com/buyers): A buyer-services page for Port Washington and Sands Point homebuyers seeking local search, negotiation, and closing support. ## Seller Guides - [North Shore Sellers Guide | Port Washington and Sands Point](https://maggiekeats.com/sellers): Maggie Keats offers North Shore home-selling guidance for pricing, staging, marketing, and closing in Port Washington, Manhasset, and Sands Point. ## Tools - [Port Washington and Sands Point Home Valuation | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/home-valuation): Maggie Keats offers North Shore home valuation guidance for sellers in Port Washington, Sands Point, and nearby luxury markets. ## Featured Blog Posts - [A Guide to Port Washington Parks | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/a-guide-to-port-washington-parks): Blog post profiling Port Washington parks and nearby North Shore preserves, with local recreation notes and real-estate agent promotion. - [Oyster Bay vs. Oyster Bay Cove: Key Differences](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/oyster-bay-vs-oyster-bay-cove-which-is-right-for-you): A North Shore comparison of Oyster Bay and Oyster Bay Cove for buyers weighing convenience, privacy, and waterfront access. - [Looking Past the Photos to See the Potential of Any Home | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/looking-past-the-photos-to-see-the-potential-of-any-home): A Port Washington home-buying guide on evaluating a property's potential beyond listing photos. - [First-Time Homebuyer: What You Might Not Know | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/what-you-might-not-know-about-becoming-a-first-time-homebuyer): Maggie Keats outlines five first-time homebuyer tips covering savings, pre-approval, closing costs, mortgage types, and assistance programs. - [Move-In Ready or Home Renovation: What is Your Best Fit? | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/move-in-ready-or-home-renovation-what-is-your-best-fit): North Shore, N.Y. blog post weighs move-in-ready homes against renovation projects for luxury buyers. - [What Season is Best for Selling Your Home on Long Island's North Shore?](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/what-season-is-best-for-selling-your-home-on-long-islands-north-shore): Advice column on the best season to sell a home on Long Island's North Shore. - [What You Might Not Look For At an Open House](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/what-you-might-not-look-for-at-an-open-house): A blog post advises Port Washington and Sands Point buyers on what to inspect during an open house. - [4 Best Golf Courses in North Shore, NY | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/4-best-golf-courses-in-north-shore-ny): A North Shore, NY blog profiles four golf courses and ties the area's lifestyle to local real estate. - [Ultimate Guide to Selling Your House | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-selling-your-house): Guide to selling a house in Sands Point with advice on preparation, pricing, marketing, negotiation, and closing. - [3 Best Places to Shop in Port Washington | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/3-best-places-to-shop-in-port-washington): A Port Washington shopping guide spotlights Main Street boutiques, the farmers' market, and The Enchanted Home. - [Architectural Landmarks in Sands Point | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/architectural-landmarks-in-sands-point): A Sands Point guide highlights Hempstead House, Castle Gould, and Falaise as signature North Shore architectural landmarks. - [14 Most Googled Questions about Real Estate in 2023 | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/14-most-googled-questions-about-real-estate-in-2023): Blog article answers common real estate questions for buyers and sellers, from inspections and mortgage qualification to pricing and timing. - [When Is The Best Time To Sell A House? | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/when-is-the-best-time-to-sell-a-house): Port Washington blog post on the best time to sell a house, outlining seasonal market conditions and timing advice. - [5-Point Checklist to Follow Before Listing Your Home | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/5-point-checklist-to-follow-before-listing-your-home): Blog post outlines a five-point checklist for listing a Port Washington or Sands Point home. - [6 Easy Ways to Have a Successful Open House | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/6-easy-ways-to-have-a-successful-open-house): Maggie Keats outlines six open-house tips for Port Washington sellers, from staging and snacks to marketing packets and promotion. - [Choose the Right Port Washington Neighborhood](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-port-washington-neighborhood): A comparison of Port Washington neighborhoods for buyers weighing commute, waterfront access, local rules, and lifestyle fit. - [Everything You Need to Know about Getting Your Home Inspected Before Selling | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-getting-your-home-inspected-before-selling): Maggie Keats outlines how sellers can use a pre-listing home inspection to identify repairs and build buyer confidence. - [Buying a Home in Port Washington | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/buying-a-home-in-port-washington): A Port Washington homebuying guide from Maggie Keats covering financing, competition, neighborhood pricing, and timing. - [Best ROI Home Improvements for Your Home | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/best-roi-home-improvements-for-your-home): Blog post on high-ROI home improvements and resale factors for North Shore sellers. - [Hiking in North Shore, NY | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/hiking-in-north-shore-ny): A North Shore, NY guide highlights scenic hikes in Oyster Bay, Port Washington, Cold Spring Harbor, and Glen Cove. - [10 Ways to Impress Home Buyers With Your Home Staging](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/10-ways-to-impress-home-buyers-with-your-home-staging): Maggie Keats outlines practical staging advice for Port Washington sellers aiming to impress home buyers and strengthen offers. - [Best Restaurants in Port Washington: 5 Must-Try Spots](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/5-best-restaurants-in-port-washington): A Port Washington dining guide highlighting five local restaurants from steakhouse to sushi. - [Everything You Need to Know About Moving to Port Washington, NY](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-moving-to-port-washington): A Port Washington relocation guide covering schools, living costs, weather, dining, and local attractions. - [Selling a Luxury Home in Sands Point: What to Expect](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/selling-a-luxury-home-in-sands-point-what-to-expect): A guide to selling luxury homes in Sands Point, covering pricing, timing, presentation, permits, and waterfront due diligence. - [If You're Buying Sands Point Luxury Real Estate, You Need to Know These 7 Things](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/if-youre-buying-sands-point-luxury-real-estate-you-need-to-know-these-7-things): Blog post outlines seven things buyers should know about Sands Point luxury real estate on Long Island's North Shore. - [The Top Attractions in Port Washington For Locals or Tourists | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/the-top-attractions-in-port-washington-for-locals-or-tourists): A Port Washington guide highlights waterfront recreation, cultural venues, and family-friendly activities on Long Island's North Shore. - [What Families Need to Look for When Choosing a Neighborhood | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/what-families-need-to-look-for-when-choosing-a-neighborhood): Maggie Keats outlines family-focused factors to weigh when choosing a neighborhood in Port Washington. - [What You Might Not Know to Look For At an Open House | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/what-you-might-not-know-to-look-for-at-an-open-house): Blog post advises home buyers on what to inspect at an open house, from property condition and storage to privacy, ventilation, and other buyers. - [Tips for Moving with Pets | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/tips-for-moving-with-pets): A Port Washington real-estate blog offers practical tips for moving with pets, from pre-move prep to settling animals into a new home. - [Buying in Manhasset's Competitive Market Guide](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/buying-in-manhassets-competitive-market-a-practical-playbook): Guide to buying a home in Manhasset's competitive market, covering preapproval, contingencies, budgeting, and due diligence. - [Long Island's North Shore Real Estate Market Forecast 2023](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/long-islands-north-shore-real-estate-market-forecastpredictions-for-2023): Real-estate blog post forecasting the Long Island North Shore market, with coverage of inventory, prices, new construction, and mortgage rates. - [5 Things You Need to Know About Relocating to North Shore](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/thinking-about-relocating-to-the-north-shore-here-are-5-things-you-need-to-know): Blog post outlines five considerations for relocating to the North Shore of Long Island, including market conditions, schools, commute, and amenities. - [The Differences Between Buying a Second Home vs. Investment Property | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/the-differences-between-buying-a-second-home-vs-investment-property): Blog post comparing second homes and investment properties for buyers weighing lifestyle use against income potential. - [How to Take Pictures of Your House to Sell | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/how-to-take-pictures-of-your-house-to-sell): Maggie Keats outlines practical real-estate photography tips for sellers, from decluttering and lighting to showcasing a home's best features. - [Ultimate Guide to Flipping Houses in Port Washington | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-flipping-houses-in-port-washington): A Port Washington real estate guide on flipping houses, with local market stats, renovation cost ranges, and financing tips. - [Luxury Home Design Trends for 2023 | Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/luxury-home-design-trends-for-2023): Blog post on luxury home design trends and practical styling tips for high-end interiors. - [Buying a Historic Home in Sea Cliff: Key Tips](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/buying-a-historic-home-in-sea-cliff-key-considerations): Guide to buying historic homes in Sea Cliff, covering preservation rules, flood risk, inspections, tax credits, and approvals. - [Why You Need a Listing Page When Selling Your Home](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/why-you-need-a-listing-page-when-selling-your-home): Blog post explains how a home listing page can boost visibility, descriptions, photos, and accuracy for sellers. - [Why Professionally Photographed Homes Sell Better](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/why-professionally-photographed-homes-sell-better): An article argues professional photography helps Port Washington and Sands Point homes stand out, sell faster, and attract online buyers. - [Kings Point NY Waterfront Living and Gold Coast Style](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/kings-point-today-waterfront-living-with-gatsbyera-glamour): A Kings Point real-estate guide covering waterfront living, Gold Coast history, local amenities, housing data, and approval issues. - [Preparing an Estate Home for Sale in the Brookvilles](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/preparing-an-estate-home-for-sale-in-the-brookvilles): A Brookville-area estate-sale guide covering prep, permits, staging, photography, privacy, and liquidation timing. - [Life in Bayville NY: North Shore Beach Town Guide](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/life-in-bayville-inside-a-laidback-north-shore-beach-town): A Bayville, NY guide to North Shore waterfront living, local beaches, community institutions, and village character. - [Cold Spring Harbor for Nature Lovers on the North Shore](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/cold-spring-harbor-a-coastal-village-for-nature-lovers): A North Shore guide to Cold Spring Harbor's trails, harbor access, museums, and walkable Main Street. - [Roslyn and East Hills Real Estate Guide 2026](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/roslyn-and-east-hills-real-estate-homes-amenities-and-value): A comparison of Roslyn and East Hills homes, amenities, commuting access, school district reach, and value drivers on Long Island. - [Old Westbury Equestrian Property Guide for Buyers](https://maggiekeats.com/blog/is-an-equestrian-property-in-old-westbury-right-for-you): Editorial guide to Old Westbury equestrian properties, covering zoning, horse-keeping rules, site planning, and market conditions. ## Press - [Press & Media | Port Washington Real Estate Agent | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/press): Press and media page for Port Washington realtor Maggie Keats, listing coverage in major national and local outlets. ## Testimonials - [Port Washington Real Estate Testimonials | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/testimonials): Maggie Keats testimonials highlight North Shore clients praising her Port Washington and Sands Point real estate work. ## Core Pages - [Port Washington and Sands Point Real Estate | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/): Maggie Keats' website carries a fair housing compliance notice. ## Other Pages - [Port Washington & Sand Point Real Estate Blog | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/blog): A North Shore real estate blog featuring local market tips, neighborhood guidance, and lifestyle posts. - [404 Page Not Found | Port Washington Real Estate Agent | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/404): 404 error page for Maggie Keats' Port Washington real-estate site with contact details and an inquiry form. - [Bayville Homes for Sale | Maggie Keats | North Shore](https://maggiekeats.com/bayville-homes-for-sale): Bayville homes for sale page listing featured North Shore properties and agent contact information. - [About Maggie Keats | Port Washington Real Estate Agent](https://maggiekeats.com/about): Directory bio for Maggie Keats, a Port Washington and Sands Point real estate agent serving Long Island's North Shore. - [Sands Point Homes for Sale | Maggie Keats | North Shore](https://maggiekeats.com/sands-point-homes-for-sale): Luxury Sands Point, NY home listings with Gold Coast positioning, waterfront estates, and featured active properties. - [North Shore Neighborhoods | Maggie Keats Real Estate](https://maggiekeats.com/neighborhoods): North Shore neighborhood guide directory for Port Washington, Sands Point, Manhasset, Sea Cliff, Oyster Bay, Cold Spring Harbor, The Brookvilles, and Bayville. - [Manhasset Homes for Sale | Maggie Keats | North Shore](https://maggiekeats.com/manhasset-homes-for-sale): A Manhasset real estate listing page presents brokerage copy, active MLS homes, and a lease on Long Island's North Shore. - [Privacy Policy | Port Washington Real Estate Agent | Maggie Keats](https://maggiekeats.com/terms-and-conditions): Privacy policy and terms of use for Maggie Keats's real estate website. - [Oyster Bay Homes for Sale | Maggie Keats | North Shore](https://maggiekeats.com/oyster-bay-homes-for-sale): Listing page for Oyster Bay homes for sale with North Shore properties and Maggie Keats brokerage branding. - [Port Washington Homes for Sale | Maggie Keats | North Shore](https://maggiekeats.com/port-washington-homes-for-sale): Directory page for Port Washington homes for sale on Long Island's North Shore, with featured listings and agent contact information. - [Sitemap](https://maggiekeats.com/html-sitemap): Directory sitemap for Maggie Keats' real-estate website, linking neighborhood pages, guides, blog content, testimonials, and contact information.